AvPIN Lancaster PA474 Lapel Pin

Handmade in the UK using metal taken from Lancaster PA474, each AvPIN captures the molten soul of an aviation icon, enveloped within pure copper and encased in a veneer of polished silver.

• Designed and handmade in the UK.
• Made from an alloy of Lancaster PA474 aluminium and copper, plated in silver.
  
• An encapsulation of aviation history made from real aircraft metal.
• Supplied in premium packaging with a certificate of authenticity.
• Generously proportioned at 30mm across.

No aviation icon should go unremembered and that’s why at Icarus Originals, our sole aim is to save and repurpose small pieces of some of the most iconic aircraft, immortalising them through our products. We work to capture the essence and signature features of each icon by utilising the unique network we’ve built up over 25 years in the aviation industry, partnering with heritage groups and collectors alike to perfect the icon’s representation.

With focus and emphasis on precision, each AvPIN is the result of a meticulous amount of work, created by 3D modelling scans of real aircraft and then individually cast, plated and hand polished at the heart of Birmingham’s jewellery quarter.

VETERANS IN BUSINESS - ICARUS ORIGINALS

Icarus Originals Ltd was founded in 2018 by two military engineers, Alan Lock and John Mercer. Alan and John, from the Royal Navy and Royal Air Force respectively, wanted to create beautiful products that captured a small piece of aviation and military history. Icarus Originals products are unique, since they are all made in original metals melted down from iconic vehicles and ships.

Above: Icarus founders, Sqn Ldr John Mercer and Alan Lock (RN Rtd) in their military uniforms.

From its inception, the company has sought to blend hi-tech design and manufacturing with traditional British craftsmanship. The company is proud to manufacture entirely in the UK and works with other veteran-run businesses wherever possible. The launch of Icarus Originals was particularly special for Alan, who lost his eyesight during his service in the Royal Navy.

This AvPIN Lancaster PA474 Lapel Pin is a great way of showing your support with all profits helping support serving personnel, veterans and their families in their time of need, so they never have to battle alone.